Origins
Cricket is a team sport that has roots back to the Middle Ages. It evolved from an ancient bat and ball game. It is believed that the sport originated in the Greater Punjab region in India, which today borders Pakistan and North India. It is believed that the game eventually spread to other parts the world and reached South Africa as well as the United States and Australia. Although the history of the game is still not clear, early versions are believed to have existed in the 13th century. This was when nomads moved through Turkey and Eastern Europe.
Laws
The Laws for Cricket is a set if rules for the game. These rules are used in order to ensure that the game is fair. The pitch is the rectangular area where players and teams must share. The Ground Authority is responsible for selecting the pitch and preparing it. Once the game begins, the umpires are responsible for keeping the pitch fit for play. Most professional cricket matches are played on grass surfaces.
Pitch sizes
Although pitch sizes for cricket vary from one league to the next, they are based on an imperial system. A yard is 3 feet long, and a length of about 220 meters is a length of about 220 yards. A cricket pitch should have one chain. The field's construction materials also affect the pitch sizes.
Strategy
In cricket, strategies are a key factor in winning matches. There are three types strategies: individual strategies, sub-team strategies, and teamstrategies. Each strategy requires planning, preparation, as well as active engagement with opposition. These strategies are often organized in sequential steps that are followed by execution in a logical sequence.
Participation of women
Cricket is dominated by men, but women have made great strides to become involved. USA Cricket's Plan "Shape future for women and girls in American Cricket" aims at increasing female participation in the sport. The organization has created a video explaining its Plan and how it will help grow female cricket participation.
Golden age
The 'Golden Age of Cricket" is often referred to as the period 1890-1914. The sport prospered with the support of the upper classes, as well as aristocratic patronage. Teams could now travel to more game locations with ease thanks to the railway network. Many spectators could travel long distances to view the matches.